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Pakistan: Cigarettes Containing Tobacco Market 2025

Cigarettes Containing Tobacco Market Size in Pakistan

The Pakistani cigarettes containing tobacco market totaled $X in 2022, increasing by 1.9% against the previous year. In general, consumption, however, recorded a relatively flat trend pattern. The pace of growth appeared the most rapid in 2020 when the market value increased by 8.1% against the previous year. Cigarettes containing tobacco consumption peaked at $X in 2013; however, from 2014 to 2022, consumption remained at a lower figure.

Cigarettes Containing Tobacco Production in Pakistan

In value terms, cigarettes containing tobacco production rose modestly to $X in 2022 estimated in export price. Over the period under review, production, however, continues to indicate a relatively flat trend pattern. The most prominent rate of growth was recorded in 2020 with an increase of 8.3% against the previous year. Cigarettes containing tobacco production peaked at $X in 2013; however, from 2014 to 2022, production remained at a lower figure.

Cigarettes Containing Tobacco Exports

Exports from Pakistan

Cigarettes containing tobacco exports from Pakistan soared to X tons in 2022, growing by 42% compared with the previous year's figure. Overall, exports recorded a significant expansion. The most prominent rate of growth was recorded in 2020 when exports increased by 957%. The exports peaked in 2022 and are likely to continue growth in the immediate term.

In value terms, cigarettes containing tobacco exports soared to $X in 2022. In general, exports saw a significant expansion. The growth pace was the most rapid in 2019 when exports increased by 1,843%. Over the period under review, the exports attained the maximum at $X in 2020; however, from 2021 to 2022, the exports failed to regain momentum.

Exports by Country

Bahrain (X tons) and the United Arab Emirates (X tons) were the main destinations of cigarettes containing tobacco exports from Pakistan.

From 2012 to 2022, the most notable rate of growth in terms of shipments, amongst the main countries of destination, was attained by Bahrain (with a CAGR of +116.9%).

In value terms, Bahrain ($X) emerged as the key foreign market for cigarettes containing tobacco exports from Pakistan, comprising 73% of total exports. The second position in the ranking was taken by the United Arab Emirates ($X), with a 26% share of total exports.

From 2012 to 2022, the average annual rate of growth in terms of value to Bahrain totaled +114.9%.

Export Prices by Country

The average cigarettes containing tobacco export price stood at $X per ton in 2022, declining by -13.6% against the previous year. Over the period under review, export price indicated tangible growth from 2012 to 2022: its price increased at an average annual rate of +2.4% over the last decade. The trend pattern, however, indicated some noticeable fluctuations being recorded throughout the analyzed period. The most prominent rate of growth was recorded in 2019 an increase of 193% against the previous year. Over the period under review, the average export prices attained the peak figure at $X per ton in 2021, and then dropped in the following year.

Prices varied noticeably by country of destination: amid the top suppliers, the country with the highest price was Bahrain ($X per ton), while the average price for exports to the United Arab Emirates totaled $X per ton.

From 2012 to 2022, the most notable rate of growth in terms of prices was recorded for supplies to Saudi Arabia (+1.3%), while the prices for the other major destinations experienced a decline.

Cigarettes Containing Tobacco Imports

Imports into Pakistan

In 2022, overseas purchases of cigarettes containing tobacco increased by 49% to X tons, rising for the third year in a row after six years of decline. In general, imports, however, continue to indicate a deep reduction. The pace of growth was the most pronounced in 2020 when imports increased by 72% against the previous year. Imports peaked at X tons in 2013; however, from 2014 to 2022, imports remained at a lower figure.

In value terms, cigarettes containing tobacco imports skyrocketed to $X in 2022. Over the period under review, imports, however, continue to indicate a abrupt shrinkage. The pace of growth was the most pronounced in 2017 with an increase of 88%. Imports peaked at $X in 2013; however, from 2014 to 2022, imports stood at a somewhat lower figure.

Imports by Country

In 2022, the United Arab Emirates (X tons) was the main cigarettes containing tobacco supplier to Pakistan, accounting for a approx. 100% share of total imports.

From 2012 to 2022, the average annual rate of growth in terms of volume from the United Arab Emirates stood at -14.1%.

In value terms, the United Arab Emirates ($X) constituted the largest supplier of cigarettes containing tobacco to Pakistan.

From 2012 to 2022, the average annual rate of growth in terms of value from the United Arab Emirates totaled -14.0%.

Import Prices by Country

The average cigarettes containing tobacco import price stood at $X per ton in 2022, shrinking by -15.6% against the previous year. Overall, the import price, however, continues to indicate a relatively flat trend pattern. The growth pace was the most rapid in 2017 when the average import price increased by 100%. The import price peaked at $X per ton in 2018; however, from 2019 to 2022, import prices failed to regain momentum.

As there is only one major supplying country, the average price level is determined by prices for the United Arab Emirates.

From 2012 to 2022, the rate of growth in terms of prices for Turkey amounted to +292.5% per year.

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Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ) :

What are the largest markets for cigarettes containing tobacco in the world?

Russia constituted the country with the largest volume of cigarettes containing tobacco consumption, comprising approx. 97% of total volume.

What are the largest producers of cigarettes containing tobacco in the world?

The country with the largest volume of cigarettes containing tobacco production was Russia, comprising approx. 97% of total volume.

What are the leading suppliers of cigarettes containing tobacco to Pakistan?

In value terms, the United Arab Emirates constituted the largest supplier of cigarettes containing tobacco to Pakistan, comprising 70% of total imports. The second position in the ranking was occupied by China, with a 15% share of total imports. It was followed by Malaysia, with a 4.1% share.

What are the leading importers of cigarettes containing tobacco from Pakistan?

In value terms, Saudi Arabia, Bahrain and the United Arab Emirates appeared to be the largest markets for cigarettes containing tobacco exported from Pakistan worldwide, with a combined 92% share of total exports.

What is the average export price for cigarettes containing tobacco in Pakistan?

In 2021, the average cigarettes containing tobacco export price amounted to $11,706 per ton, which is down by -4% against the previous year.

What is the average import price for cigarettes containing tobacco in Pakistan?

In 2021, the average cigarettes containing tobacco import price amounted to $20,012 per ton, waning by -13% against the previous year.

This report provides an in-depth analysis of the cigarettes containing tobacco market in Pakistan. Within it, you will discover the latest data on market trends and opportunities by country, consumption, production and price developments, as well as the global trade (imports and exports). The forecast exhibits the market prospects through 2030.

Product coverage:

Prodcom 12001150 - Cigarettes containing tobacco or mixtures of tobacco and tobacco substitutes (excluding tobacco duty)

Country coverage:

Pakistan

Data coverage:

Market volume and value
Per Capita consumption
Forecast of the market dynamics in the medium term
Trade (exports and imports) in Pakistan
Export and import prices
Market trends, drivers and restraints
Key market players and their profiles

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1. INTRODUCTION

Making Data-Driven Decisions to Grow Your Business
1. REPORT DESCRIPTION
2. RESEARCH METHODOLOGY AND AI PLATFORM
3. DATA-DRIVEN DECISIONS FOR YOUR BUSINESS
4. GLOSSARY AND SPECIFIC TERMS
2. EXECUTIVE SUMMARY

A Quick Overview of Market Performance
1. KEY FINDINGS
2. MARKET TRENDS This Chapter is Available Only for the Professional Edition PRO
3. MARKET OVERVIEW

Understanding the Current State of The Market and Its Prospects
1. MARKET SIZE
2. MARKET STRUCTURE
3. TRADE BALANCE
4. PER CAPITA CONSUMPTION
5. MARKET FORECAST TO 2030
4. MOST PROMISING PRODUCT

Finding New Products to Diversify Your Business
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1. TOP PRODUCTS TO DIVERSIFY YOUR BUSINESS
2. BEST-SELLING PRODUCTS
3. MOST CONSUMED PRODUCT
4. MOST TRADED PRODUCT
5. MOST PROFITABLE PRODUCT FOR EXPORT
5. MOST PROMISING SUPPLYING COUNTRIES

Choosing the Best Countries to Establish Your Sustainable Supply Chain
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1. TOP COUNTRIES TO SOURCE YOUR PRODUCT
2. TOP PRODUCING COUNTRIES
3. TOP EXPORTING COUNTRIES
4. LOW-COST EXPORTING COUNTRIES
6. MOST PROMISING OVERSEAS MARKETS

Choosing the Best Countries to Boost Your Exports
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1. TOP OVERSEAS MARKETS FOR EXPORTING YOUR PRODUCT
2. TOP CONSUMING MARKETS
3. UNSATURATED MARKETS
4. TOP IMPORTING MARKETS
5. MOST PROFITABLE MARKETS
7. PRODUCTION

The Latest Trends and Insights into The Industry
1. PRODUCTION VOLUME AND VALUE
8. IMPORTS
The Largest Import Supplying Countries
1. IMPORTS FROM 2012–2024
2. IMPORTS BY COUNTRY
3. IMPORT PRICES BY COUNTRY
9. EXPORTS
The Largest Destinations for Exports
1. EXPORTS FROM 2012–2024
2. EXPORTS BY COUNTRY
3. EXPORT PRICES BY COUNTRY
10. PROFILES OF MAJOR PRODUCERS

The Largest Producers on The Market and Their Profiles
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LIST OF TABLES
1. Key Findings In 2024
2. Market Volume, In Physical Terms, 2012–2024
3. Market Value, 2012–2024
4. Per Capita Consumption In 2012-2024
5. Imports, In Physical Terms, By Country, 2012–2024
6. Imports, In Value Terms, By Country, 2012–2024
7. Import Prices, By Country Of Origin, 2012–2024
8. Exports, In Physical Terms, By Country, 2012–2024
9. Exports, In Value Terms, By Country, 2012–2024
10. Export Prices, By Country Of Destination, 2012–2024
LIST OF FIGURES
1. Market Volume, In Physical Terms, 2012–2024
2. Market Value, 2012–2024
3. Market Structure – Domestic Supply vs. Imports, In Physical Terms, 2012-2024
4. Market Structure – Domestic Supply vs. Imports, In Value Terms, 2012-2024
5. Trade Balance, In Physical Terms, 2012-2024
6. Trade Balance, In Value Terms, 2012-2024
7. Per Capita Consumption, 2012-2024
8. Market Volume Forecast to 2030
9. Market Value Forecast to 2030
10. Products: Market Size And Growth, By Type
11. Products: Average Per Capita Consumption, By Type
12. Products: Exports And Growth, By Type
13. Products: Export Prices And Growth, By Type
14. Production Volume And Growth
15. Exports And Growth
16. Export Prices And Growth
17. Market Size And Growth
18. Per Capita Consumption
19. Imports And Growth
20. Import Prices
21. Production, In Physical Terms, 2012–2024
22. Production, In Value Terms, 2012–2024
23. Imports, In Physical Terms, 2012–2024
24. Imports, In Value Terms, 2012–2024
25. Imports, In Physical Terms, By Country, 2024
26. Imports, In Physical Terms, By Country, 2012–2024
27. Imports, In Value Terms, By Country, 2012–2024
28. Import Prices, By Country Of Origin, 2012–2024
29. Exports, In Physical Terms, 2012–2024
30. Exports, In Value Terms, 2012–2024
31. Exports, In Physical Terms, By Country, 2024
32. Exports, In Physical Terms, By Country, 2012–2024
33. Exports, In Value Terms, By Country, 2012–2024
34. Export Prices, By Country Of Destination, 2012–2024